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Fashion: Summer racing chic: Get race-day ready

By Michiko Hylands
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25 Dec, 2016 08:00 PM3 mins to read

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Get race-day ready, whether you choose to go glam, family-friendly or in a fashion forward style.

Get race-day ready, whether you choose to go glam, family-friendly or in a fashion forward style.

Ellerslie's Christmas Carnival is nearly upon us and fashion aficionados will love the glitz and glam of the Boxing Day Races with Fashions in the Field showcasing the best looks of the day. This is your opportunity to push the style envelope.

GLAM

Liam Garland Wrap dress $329

Declare a war on boring and celebrate the day with bold colour. This dress highlights your curves. Add a thin gold belt to draw attention to your waist.

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Elizabeth Arden Dual End Foundation Brush $57
Prevage Anti-aging Foundation by Elizabeth Arden $106
Ciate London Pretty Stix lipstick in First Love $31
Estee Lauder Daywear Matte Gel Creme $98
Unsigned Alice Earrings from Love and Object $329
Natalie Chan Alluring Muse in red headpiece $900

MEN

Bolsena jacket $1295
Arioso shirt $295
Larvotto trousers in khaki $395
Drake's Tussah tie in terracotta $249
Drake's linen pochette in Gold Shoe String $139
All from Crane Bros

Gentleman will get on the best-dressed list in this dapper ensemble. A hat for men gives extra kudos in the fashion stakes.

World Panama Hat in Navy Stripe $299
World Bow Tie Knit red & grey dots $99
Barkers Bridle Linen pocket square in red $50
Tom Ford Ombre Leather 16 Private Blend fragrance 50ml $370
Working Style Morrison Contemporary Toe Brogue shoes $599

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FAMILY FRIENDLY

White Ruffle Open-Back dress $220
Luxury Heels (available only in silver) $125
Both from Topshop

A gorgeous, flowing dress is the epitome of summer dressing. Add fine, delicate jewellery for an ultra feminine touch.

Country Road Contrast Brim Sun Hat in Marigold $109
L'Oreal Paris Elvive Extraordinary Oil-in-Cream 150ml $9.95
Kathryn Wilson Lavinia Heel in nude calf $399
Saben Tilly clutch bag in yellow $250
Flash Jewellery Luna Studs in Gold $99
The Body Shop Honey Bronze Bronzing Powder 01 Light Matte $34.95

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RM Williams Reversible City belt $240
Dermalogica Shave Daily Clean Scrub $54
Pascoes Seiko Gents 100m WR watch $499
Kent Brushes Beard Brush $69 from World
Armani Code Profumo EDP 30ml $91

Dalton Texture jacket $550
Dalton Texture trousers $250
Tribeca poplin dress shirt $100
Dotty tie in burgundy $90
Tribeca pocket square $13
New dress belt in brown $50
Parkin leather dress shoes in brown $250
All from Barkers

For a more casual vibe, try this look without the tie and undo the top button of the shirt.

FASHION FORWARD

Zambesi Reversible Waterfall dress in Jamala print $375(Worn as a top)
Cango Reversible Denim Waterfall skirt in Indigo $315
Both from Once Was

Lead the fashion pack in edgy separates. Team with a zebra-patterned bag to finish the look.

Topshop Kajal Liner $15
Popnails collection 1. Prices starting at $55
Mecca Cosmetica False Lashes in Enhancing $22 from Mecca
MAC In The Spotlight Strobe Cream in Goldlite $70
Studio Aniss Ember Clutch $273
Studio Aniss Hera Crown in Rose Gold $210

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World Camellia Pins $55 each
Nick von K Large Step ring $220
Sukin Detoxifying Facial Scrub 125ml $14
Baxter of California Vitamin C Cleansing Bar in Blue $25 from Barkers
Clinique For Men Exfoliating Tonic $46

Off the Handle blazer $599
By Ear trousers $349
Shirt $129
Bow tie $99
Panama hat $299
Large pink paisley wool pochette $55
All from World

Reveal your quirky side with this fun printed suit. The devil is in the detail. Mix it up with clashing or contrasting accessories.

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